Sr. Mechanical Engineer, HV Battery

About Lucid At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.   We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility. We are currently seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, HV Battery as part of the product engineering organization in the plant. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor , determination , & leads by example . Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to l ead the team through technical & organizational challenges and to deliver impactful results in an ambiguous environment .      You will:   S olve complex component/system level problems using standard problem-solving techniques     Data driven proactive problem solving , root cause analysis & issue avoidance due to process deviations or critical part quality issues     Develop (from pilot to implementation) complex processes with particular focus on laser welding & associated quality verification and failure detection methods into production readiness while meeting associated ISO standards   Establish technical depth to triage and t roubleshoot all HV Battery p roduct & associated test spec. issues   Provide design for manufacturability (DFM), design failure mode and effect analysis ( DFMEA ) & serviceability feedback in future product development processes     Responsible for setting up process flow & implementation of assembly drawings covering product specifications relevant to manufacturing    Responsible for creating a one-team culture to drive product design issues to closure in future/current products with deep collaboration with cross-functional teams   Provide guidance on build process development and improvement opportunities for high-volume production lines   Lead product change management to address known product compatibility issues for high volume production or known product design issues in production in close collaboration with cross-functional teams     Requirements :   BS in Mechanical , Mechatronics , Electrical or Automotive Engineering disciplines with 8 + years of automotive experience in design and release of vehicle systems or attributes   Generally, requires 5+ years of related experience Experience in product problem solving using industry standard techniques   Excellent in data analysis using statistics Minitab or JMP , Python, MATLAB   Previously participated in prototype builds or launch events   Technical depth in HV Battery System s ( Cylindrical Cells, Battery Modules, Battery Enclosure, & Battery Pack ) & associated troubleshooting   Experience in product development or improvement of HV Battery sub-systems   Experience in using DFMEA , DVP&R, PFMEA, Control Plan, DFM, & RCA with cross-functional teams   Exceptional communication and documentation skills are required using Atlassian products   Requires proficiency in Catia or 3DX, Stack up analysis (2D & 3D), SQL , & Vector tools   Travel is required between the factory in Casa Grande, AZ and Engineering HQ in Newark, CA on as needed basis   Preferred:   Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical or Automotive disciplines with automotive experience in design & release of vehicle systems or attributes   Prior experience with Wire bonding, Laser welding & associated in process quality verification methodologies, and highly scalable   Experience with CAD IN 3DEXPERIENCE   Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification   Experience with Atlassian products like Jira and Confluence   Engineering-in-Training (EIT) or certification in engineering fundamentals   Collegiate FSAE/BAJA/Similar experience is preferred   At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations. Compensation & Benefits:   Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive  benefits package  including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.  Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.   Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color